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But also we can not go later then 2. Sep as we are allready late in our plan. But just one question. Is it possible to split, in case there are no more people for the August transit, the 2.Sep group in 2 groups and ride the same day? Just with two groups?
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But also we can not go later then 2. Sep as we are allready late in our plan. But just one question. Is it possible to split, in case there are no more people for the August transit, the 2.Sep group in 2 groups and ride the same day? Just with two groups?
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As Kenny said above due to the time per bike at each border and at the traffic admin office in Kashgar it makes more sense if the groups don't leave on the same day.
Aparentley The borders are not open at the weekends which is why they suggested the 3rd of September (Enter china on the Thursday, registration on the Friday and leave on a Monday)
I guess you could also enter on a Monday, Register on the Tuesday and leave on the Friday, though any delays would mean being stuck in for the weekend.
I am not to bothered by the date, happy to run it a week earlier if suits people better.
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Hi Everybody as far as my plans go the 3rd Sept date suits me fine and I believe the large group is not that much of an issue other than at the administration points.(could work in out better as too many people to mess around)
On the road as long as the groups are separated by 10 minutes and there is a breakdown protocol set(only those with mechanical ability,tools ,tow rope stop to help) there should not be too much of a problem.
The distances are not large and I am sure we will have enough support to sort any problems.
Just a few thoughts,looking forward to meeting all.
Regards Stephen
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Hi Kim it would really upset my plans if date was brought forward
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As you say if it ends up being one big group that is certainly not a big issue, just needs a bit more discipline.
Sinky57
I think we are all agreed that there will be a group on the 3rd of September.
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Going a little bit of track here, but I'd be interested to know what peoples plan of attack is with the Pakistan visa? Especially the UK guys. From what I've read it's best not to mention the bike.
I just got a LOI off Lost Horizons, cost $75 and really quick response, other places I emailed wouldn't provide one unless I booked a tour. I'm going to head to the Gerrys Bradford with this and the form in hand around middle of March (last chance before leaving) and try and get a 'good for date up to' of 6 months, which will mean I can enter the country until mid September, then stay as long as the visa is issued for 30 or 60 days. At least that's the plan, if I understand it correctly.
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Exactly the same plan here.
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